Large Antique Greek Terra Cotta Oil Pot with Partial Ochre Glaze, 19th Century

Vessels such as this large grain or olive oil pot have been used for centuries throughout Greece to keep culinary ingredients fresh. Ours dates to the 1800s and has a form known as a...

Vessels such as this pair of large olive oil jars have been used for centuries throughout Greece and can still be found there today. Our pair, which dates to the 1800s, are known as koroniotiko pots, as they originated in the Peloponnese town of Koroni/Corone. The bulbous bodies have thick ridges that culminate just beneath the short necks, giving the functional pots (used to keep olive oil fresh) aesthetic individuality. Both pots have a striated coloration, although to different degrees, of ochre, cream, white, and brown over the traditional terra cotta orange. Our charming pair of Greek olive oil...

This marble crown finial was hand-carved in Italy in the 1800’s. The marble is cream colored with fascinating gray striped veining. Years of patina build ...

Vivid colors, hand-painted in the Renaissance style, enhance this large maiolica pot from the 1800’s. Maiolica is tin-glazed pottery from Italy that has been decorated over a white background. This pot is considered an istoriato, which is to say that the pot has been decorated with figures, rather than strictly geometric patterns or floral designs. The maiolica does incorporate floral and foliate motifs, with white flowers that have yellow centers surrounded by blue rings. There are also yellow flowers that are depicted in various stages of nyctinasty (the closing of flowers during the night). The flora is all connected by a series of green and yellow curled leaves. Behind the vegetation is a dark blue background. There are two portraits inside large yellow cartouches that are painted in the middle of the pot. The first is a bearded man, dressed in a light brown tunic...

This large French cherub or cupid statue from the 1800’s is made from plaster that has been tinted to mimic the natural color of terra cotta. The figure ...

A lovely depiction of the neoclassical taste, three putti can be seen playing with a goat. The terra cotta sculpture from the 1800s has a variegated patination, with hues of dark och...

A monumental terra cotta swan from Italy. The piece is a wonderful addition to the garden or lanai. Made of dense material and able to withstand the elements. Works well as a centerp...

Well articulated, impressive pair of terra cotta winged Lions, in seated position and holding heraldic shields between their front paws. The winged lion symbolizes the city Venice, I...

Decorative copper wall planter, suitable to create a cozy green corner in the kitchen or outdoor. A piece handmade by the masters art craftsman Italian work. With certificate of ...

Decorative terra cotta fruit. It appears to be a peach. Hand crafted.

Antique Terracotta Amphora olive oil pot. This European terracotta amphora was probably used for the storage and transport of olive oil. The double ...

Beautiful glazed terra cotta elephant garden seat. Great addition to your patio and garden for drinks and snacks.